Summit County - North Central Colorado

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It almost goes without saying that Summit County offers the best in downhill and cross-country skiing as well as snowboarding at its many ski resorts. There's more than just countless opportunities for winter adventures. Go sailing on Lake Dillon or shop in more than fifty Silverthorne Factory Outlet Stores. Rent a mountain bike in Frisco and enjoy extensive Summit County bike path system of 47 trails! Four 14ers (mountain peaks 14,000' and higher in elevation) can be climbed nearby. Boating and fishing are popular at Green Mountain Reservoir by Heeney, 20 miles north of I-70. Montezuma, above Keystone, is the only town (we know of) where the pavement ends when it reaches town. Locals describe it as "6 miles and 100 years from Keystone" and will tell you why "winters are why we come, summers are why we stay."

Frisco's Main Street is Bursting with Color all Summer

Stroll Along the River Walk in Downtown Breckenridge

Breckenridge, a National Historic District designation, has restored, gingerbread Victorian houses lining its streets. Set amidst mountain splendor and the Continental Divide for a backdrop, this former mining town was established in an 1859 gold rush - the first permanent settlement on Colorado's Western Slope. Named in honor of Vice President John C. Breckenridge (in order to get a post office more easily). In addition to the diverse terrain on the ski resort's three mountains, Breckenridge, at an elevation of 9,603', has the only Jack Nicklaus-designed municipal golf course, renown musical organizations, and miles of hiking trails. Be sure to check out the human maze at Peak 8 - a fun place to get lost! Surrounded by Arapaho National Forest, the city has fishing on the Upper Blue River or the nearby Mohawk Lakes.

Summit County is Full of Snowmobile Trails

Lake Dillon has 26 Miles of Shoreline

Frisco is at the heart of Summit County and is the Main Street of the Rockies with a world of dining options and shops that will inspire even the most laid back shopper. Start your family bike ride in downtown and explore the 55 miles of paved pathways. The Peninsula Recreation Area, home of the year round Frisco Adventure Park, offers outdoor enthusiasts Frisbee golf, a skate park, and a new bike park with slope style jump trails, dirt jump facility and jump track. In winter families will enjoy the 5-lane 6,000 square foot tubing hill and endless trails for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Some of the events that attract vacationers every year are the Colorado BBQ Challenge in June, Music on Main Concerts in August, and Wassail Days in December.

Boating and Fishing are Popular Activities at Green Mountain Reservoir Near Heeney, Colorado

Miners Creek and Rainbow Lake Road Trail Offers an Afternoon of Hiking and Dog Walking

Breckenridge Kayak Park is on a narrow portion of the Blue River right behind the Breckenridge Recreation Center. This course consists of 15 features and is perfect for all levels of kayakers. At 1,800-feet in length, it is the longest in the state.

Summit County is home to the richest ski area in Colorado. The area boasts four top ski areas, including Arapahoe Basin, Breckenridge Ski Resort, Copper Mountain Ski Resort and Keystone Ski Resort.

Summit County is near: Kremmling

Premium Summit County Businesses

Beaver Creek Vacation Rentals - VHR Travel
Luxury vacation rentals includes studios, 2 to 3-bedroom boutique condos, and private homes. VHR Travel, inc., we know Beaver Creek Valley: horseback rides, ice skating, hiking, snowmobiles and ATVs.

           

High Country Tours: Snowmobile Tours, Snow Tubing and Unguided Rentals
The memory of a lifetime! Snowmobile tours, guides will take you through Colorado's high country, see awesome views of the majestic Colorado Rockies. Snowmobile Rentals and Tubing in Summit County.

        

Featured Summit County Businesses

Beaver Creek Vacation Rentals - VHR Travel
Luxury vacation rentals includes studios, 2 to 3-bedroom boutique condos, and private homes. VHR Travel, inc., we know Beaver Creek Valley: horseback rides, ice skating, hiking, snowmobiles and ATVs.

           

Grand West Village Resort
Vacation along the Top of the Rockies Scenic Byway in the mountains near the resort villages of Summit County, historic Leadville, Ski Cooper. Grand West has modern attached-cabins. Fish Turquoise Lake.

      

High Country Tours: Snowmobile Tours, Snow Tubing and Unguided Rentals
The memory of a lifetime! Snowmobile tours, guides will take you through Colorado's high country, see awesome views of the majestic Colorado Rockies. Snowmobile Rentals and Tubing in Summit County.

        

Leadville Railroad
Spectacular railroad trip in Leadville CO. Ride into the untamed wilderness along the Southern rail line: view Colorado's two highest peaks, summer wildflowers and majestic aspen groves that turn gold in fall.

        

For more travel information contact:

Hot Sulphur Springs Chamber of Commerce

Summit Chamber of Commerce

Summit County Activities & Maps

Scenic Byways:
Top of the Rockies Scenic Byway

Seasonal Attractions:
Leadville CO & Southern Railroad Co

Hiking Trails:
The Colorado Trail

Fishing:
Kremmling Area Fishing Map

Rafting & Kayaking:
Blue River Rafting & Kayaking

Jeep & 4WD:
Green Mountain Reservoir Jeeping & ATV/UTV Trails

Ski Areas & Resorts:
Arapahoe Basin Ski & Snowboard Area
Breckenridge Ski Resort
Copper Mountain Ski Resort
Keystone Ski Resort
Loveland Ski Area

Snowmobiling:
Breckenridge Snowmobile Trails
Kremmling Snowmobile Trails

Local Area Maps:
Summit County Area Map